An unofficial Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock) launcher for Linux that enables similar features from the Minecraft Java Edition Launcher, leveraging compatibility layers to run the Windows AppX/MSIX package.
Since Minecraft Bedrock for PC is built natively as a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app, running it on Linux requires specific translation layers. This launcher integrates with the following modern compatibility technologies:
- Wine UWP / WineGDK: The launcher utilizes advanced Wine forks specifically patched for UWP/GDK (Game Development Kit) support. This allows Linux environments to handle AppX deployment, Windows Store identity services, and DirectX 12 translation required by modern Bedrock builds.
This launcher requires specific hardware and software configurations to bridge the Windows-to-Linux gap with optimal performance:
- Hardware prerequisites (Dedicated GPU with Vulkan support recommended for DX12 translation)
- Software prerequisites (Up-to-date Wine-GE/Proton, WineGDK dependencies, and Vulkan drivers)
We specify disclaimers to ensure we go "told ya!" if anything breaks due to updates in the Windows Store protocol or Wine compatibility:
Visit the official website or the GitHub releases page to download the Linux-compatible build (AppImage/Flatpak):
You can compile the launcher yourself to prototype, iterate, or just enjoy the cutting edge Linux build:
Have a look around the launcher before you download on the official website:
It's hard to keep the credits page updated on GitHub, so visit the credits page on the official website: